Safeguarding Online Safety (E-Safety) Policy · E-Safety is subject to clear reporting routines and an age appropriate Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement is in place for all students

Reviewed on: September 2016 Next Review Date: September 2017

Registered in England: Cognita Schools Limited No. 2313425. Registered Office: Seebeck House, One Seebeck Place, Knowlhill, Milton Keynes MK5 8FR. UK

Safeguarding – Online Safety (E-Safety) Policy

1.0 INTRODUCTION TO E-SAFETY 1.1 Definition of E-Safety as:

Ensuring student Internet use and access is appropriate and controlled.

Preventing misuse of Internet connected devices.

Ensuring students are educated on the risks carried with Internet use and how to minimise and deal with those risks.

Providing students with knowledge and resources to make decisions to ensure their safety online.

1.1 Our core principles for E-Safety are:

The Internet and Internet connected devices provide a rich resource for supporting teaching and learning.

Our policies seek to educate and inform students and the school community on the safe and prudent use of Internet resources.

We take a whole school, consistent approach to E-Safety, recognising that all staff should be involved and clear on their role in ensuring E-Safety education.

E-Safety is subject to clear reporting routines and an age appropriate Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement is in place for all students.

We recognise the need for regular training and ensure at least one member of staff takes accredited training and has a higher level of expertise.

Our policy reflects current practice and is regularly reviewed and updated by the Senior Leadership Team and communicated to all staff.

E-Safety is addressed within the curriculum at all ages.

Technology in school is monitored to ensure it offers a safe access point to the Internet.

This policy complements other school policies and procedures, in particular safeguarding policy; staff acceptable Internet and device use; data protection, anti-bullying, similar policies and student / pupil Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement and Internet Safety and Cyberbullying guidance provided to parents.

This E-Safety policy is dated with a review date and a named member of staff has responsibility for ensuring it is reviewed and updated on an annual basis.



2.0 WHOLE SCHOOL APPROACH 2.1 We take a consistent approach to E-Safety and ensure that:

All staff are aware of their responsibilities. E-Safety procedures are discussed in induction for new staff. The policy and procedures are discussed in staff briefings and training is provided at regular intervals.

We ensure all students understand what is meant by E-Safety through age appropriate delivery in the curriculum at all ages.

All pupils are subject to the Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement (AUTA) which is signed by the students and discussed at the start of each new academic year.

Parents are aware of their children’s responsibilities under the AUTA and sign the agreement for younger students/pupils.

Awareness raising events are held, such as assemblies, parents’ forums and PSCO visits.

There are notices and posters giving guidance on display in key areas of the school. 3.0 ACCEPTABLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY AGREEMENT AND REPORTING 3.1 We hold an Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement (AUTA) that sets out positive guidelines for how students should use and treat technology both during the school day and outside school as school representatives. 3.2 The AUTA is delivered to all students with a discussion of the points at the beginning of the academic year. The agreement is adapted to the age of the students and older students are expected to sign the agreement. The agreement is presented to students joining the school outside of the start of the academic year. 3.3.The AUTA sets out guidelines for:

appropriate and respectful use of school technology equipment and devices

expectations and regulations for the use of students own devices in school

expectations of behaviour if equipment is found broken or non-functional

appropriate communications using devices in and out of school

code of practice if students discover inappropriate or upsetting material on any device

clear guidance on how to report any concerns

3.4 The AUTA is used positively to encourage appropriate and E-Safe behaviour and is used alongside rewards for positive use of technology.



3.5. The AUTA is supported by a clear set of age appropriate sanctions for behaviour that contradicts the agreement. Sanctions at each level should be recorded and a member of the Lead Team should be made aware of any sanctions applied to students. Records of any behaviour outside the agreement should be held, with clear description of the incident and sanctions applied. 3.6 The AUTA is shared with parents and their views are welcomed and considered. 3.7 The AUTA is not intended to form the whole basis of E-Safety education, but to complement discussions and lessons on E-Safety during curriculum time and to provide a robust agreement setting out clear expectations for behaviour. 3.8 The AUTA is designed to be binding for students while enrolled in the school and the school reserves the right to take action on behaviour that contradicts the Agreement outside of school time. In these cases the school will proceed with discretion and in partnership with parents. 3.9 Students, parents and all staff are able to report concerns and guidance for this should be set out in the AUTA. 3.10 At NBHC such events must be reported to the Head teacher, and an overview of incidents and actions to remediate maintained. 4.0 STAFF AWARENESS AND TRAINING 4.1 All staff are bound by the code of practice set out in the Cognita Schools Policy for use of Internet and mobile devices. This is available for all staff and ensures that staff use technology safely and with adherence to safeguarding principles. 4.2 At least one member of staff undertakes accredited training. The Keeping Children Safe Online (KCSO) course provided by the CEOP is ideal. This training is delivered online and is suggested to take 3 hours. 4.3 The accredited member of staff provides a higher level of expertise within the school and can guide staff in E-Safety practice and review of E-Safety policy and procedure and provide INSET guidance. 4.4 E-Safety is built into the termly programme of meetings to ensure all staff are aware of their responsibilities and for the discussion of any issues, concerns or opportunities for events or cross curricular E-Safety lessons. 4.5. There should be a clear procedure for staff wishing to report or discuss concerns relating to E-Safety or Internet access in the school. This procedure should include reporting to a member of the Senior Leadership Team or Safeguarding Coordinator should be documented as necessary.



4.6 Staff responsibilities for E-Safety are: (for all staff)

To ensure they are familiar with and fully support the student Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement

To be vigilant when using technology as part of lessons

To model safe and responsible use of school technology

To provide reminders and guidance to students on acceptable use

To report and act appropriately if they become aware of, or after any student reports, a concern or an incident involving technology use

To ensure E-Safety is delivered within the curriculum as appropriate to their student age range and subject area

To contribute to and discuss E-Safety policy and to have their views heard

To be aware of the school policy for tackling bullying and how this relates to incidents of cyber-bullying

To be mindful of protecting data and keeping access to digital information secure by adhering to the school password policy and protecting their accounts from student access.

To use secure portable data options including password protected or encrypted portable memory devices

5.0 E-SAFETY IN THE CURRICULUM 5.1 E-Safety is embedded into the curriculum at all age ranges. Lessons are well planned and resourced and there are a number of opportunities to discuss a range of E-Safety issues. 5.2 E-Safety is expected to be covered within PSHE lessons but should not be exclusive to these subject areas and discussion of E-Safety should be explored in other subject areas both while using technology and as a topic as appropriate. Key Stage 3 and 4– Issues outlined above are all relevant with the addition of: Discussion of E-Safety issues in the news and current affairs. Understanding of the law and relevant acts passed to protect people from discrimination, abuse and exposure to indecent content. Discussion of how photographs, information and comments posted online can be accessed by any one and cannot be retracted or removed easily. Fuller understanding of how everyday use of technology can be made more secure through intelligent password use, vigilance and due care when using public technology facilities. Understanding of plagiarism and copyright laws. Addictive nature of devices. Access to relevant support networks and guidance on dealing with cyberbullying, peer pressure and social aspects of device use. 5.4 Extra –curricular activities such as Safer Internet Day opportunities, visits from local PSCO, school assemblies should be explored but these do not represent the majority of E-Safety teaching or discussion in the academic year. They support lessons embedded in the curriculum.



5.5 Use of mobile devices during lessons is subject to control and risk management. Expectations of appropriate use of mobile devices are set out in the AUTA for students. This includes students are expected not to share digital images or videos of other students taken during lessons for any purpose other than school use. 5.5 Opportunities for peer mentoring or ‘buddy’ systems can be explored so that older pupils can act as role models for younger children and provide a further method for students to report concerns. 6.0 INFRASTRUCTURE AND DATA MANAGEMENT 6.1 The school Internet access is subject to filtering and control and this is updated regularly. Students are expected to only use our Internet services when on site. 6.2 Staff are aware of how to use safe-searching options and are vigilant during lessons involving Internet access. 6.3 Where available, screen watching facilities are used and staff are aware of how to utilise these resources. 6.4 Passwords and digital security is in place to protect data and data is managed in accordance with the relevant DP Acts. 6.5 Staff are fully aware of how to report a problem or any incidents relating to data security or Internet control. 6.6 Professional communications between the school and other organisations or parents take place within clear professional boundaries, are transparent and open to scrutiny and do not share personal information with students. 7.0 MONITORING, AUDIT AND POLICY REVIEW 7.1 The E-Safety policy is dated and an annual review date is stated with a named member of staff responsible for ensuring it is reviewed and updated. 7.3 The review procedure:

An audit of effectiveness of current practice.

A review of guidance published by relevant organisations .

Amendments to be shared with all staff.



7.4 To audit E-Safety effectiveness of the current policy the following questions are considered:

Has recording of E-Safety incidents been effective – are records kept?

Did the school feel able to respond effectively to any incidents?

Were incidents resolved to the best of the school’s ability?

Do all students demonstrate an awareness of E-Safety appropriate to their age?

Have complaints or concerns with the policy been recorded and addressed?

Have there been significant developments in technology that should be addressed either within the curriculum or as part of staff awareness training?

Is the policy clear to all staff and seen as appropriate and working?

Is the current wording of the Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement fit for purpose and reflective of technology use in the school?

Do all members of the school community know how to report a problem?

Is E-Safety observed in teaching and present in curriculum planning documents? APPENDICES

1. Useful Links 2. Internet Safety and Cyberbullying (Guidance to Parents)



Appendix 1: Useful Links

Anti-bullying Alliance http://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/ A coalition of organisation and individuals working together to stop bullying and create safe environments which children and you people can live, grow play and learn.

Bullying UK http://www.bullying.co.uk/ A Family Lives charity web site that support families deal with the changes that are a constant part of family life, including bullying, including on-line.

CEOP http://ceop.police.uk/ The National Crime Agency’s website dedicated to child exploitation and online protection and who work with the child protection partners across the UK and overseas to identify the main threats to children and coordinate activity against these threats to bring offenders to account.

CEOP Report https://www.ceop.police.uk/Ceop-Report/ CEOP’s reporting for concerns about child exploitation and protection.

NSPCC – Keeping Children Safe Online Course http://www.nspcc.org.uk/what-you-can-do/get-expert-training/keeping-children-safe-online-course/ NSPCC and CEOP’s online course about how children use the internet and technology, risks they face from other people, behaviour by children that may expose them to risk and practical guidance on how to make organisations, such as schools, as safer place for children to go on-line.

Stop Bullying Now http://www.stopbullying.gov/ StopBullying.gov provides information from various US government agencies on what bullying is, what cyberbullying is, who is at risk, and how you can prevent and respond to bullying.

http://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/

http://www.bullying.co.uk/

http://ceop.police.uk/

https://www.ceop.police.uk/Ceop-Report/

http://www.nspcc.org.uk/what-you-can-do/get-expert-training/keeping-children-safe-online-course/

http://www.stopbullying.gov/



Appendix 2: Internet Safety and Cyberbullying Guidance to Parents

1. Purpose This document defines and describes what cyber bullying is and provides parents and children with a guide to children’s safety when using ICT. Its purpose is to minimise the risk to pupils of cyber bullying, providing safe ways to use technology and guidance of what to do if you feel your child is being cyberbullied. 2. Cyber Bulling Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place using electronic technology. Electronic technology includes devices and equipment such as mobile phones, computers, and tablets as well as communication tools including social media sites, text messages, chat and websites. Examples of cyberbullying could include ‘mean’ text messages or emails, rumours sent by email or posted on social networking sites, and embarrassing pictures, videos, websites, or fake profiles. Even though cyber bullying cannot physically hurt someone – the effects can be devastating, due to its 24/7 nature. Escaping from it can be hard and victims can be left feeling very isolated, lonely, distressed, scared and vulnerable. North Bridge House Canonbury, the government and several charities are keen to raise awareness of the issues surrounding cyber-bullying. Links to some of these organisations are provided at the end of this document. 2.1 Top tips and information for parents and carers help protect their children and young people from

cyber-bullying.

What is bullying and Cyber-bullying? It is important to be clear on what is bullying. Please see www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk for a definition. Cyber-bullying is a very specific form of inappropriate behaviour. This is different from children falling out with friends or banter.

Talk to someone you trust If you are worried, upset or scared about a cyber or real-world bullying issue then talk to someone you trust to listen and sort out the problem. This might be a parent, teacher or friend. Never forget that you aren’t alone, sharing your problem is the best thing you can do.

Don’t take everything to heart and know yourself Even though it might be hard, try not to get upset by other people’s comments.

Don’t ever give out your own or your friends’ personal information. This tip is for any kind of cyber, text, phone, gaming and online communication. Make sure your child doesn't make yours or their own personal information public - always check privacy settings on the sites they are using.




Digital Tattoo Help your child understand that they need to be careful what they put out into cyber-space. Pictures or comments and any other information you put out onto the internet might stay there forever. So think before you upload or send.

Make sure you understand the app! Ask your children what apps they are using. All apps, websites, social networking sites, gaming sites have different settings. Make sure you know the privacy or safety settings and how the app works. If the app automatically posts your pictures into the public eye - not just to your friends - then, is it something you really want to use?

You CAN block and report people If your child has a bad experience online, they are able to block that person and report people to protect yourself from any more contact with them. In the event of a more serious inappropriate behaviour, a report can be made to the police through CEOP: https://www.ceop.police.uk/Ceop-Report/. Of course, remember if you need immediate help you can call the police.

Have conversations about how they are using social media. Just like in the real world if your children went out with friends or to a youth event or club. Ask how are things are going, is there anything they want to talk about? Do they know they can come and talk to you if things go wrong?

Keep calm; keep talking to your child. If your child tells you they are being cyber-bullied or are worried, upset or scared about a cyber or real-world bullying issue then talk to someone you trust to listen and sort out the problem. www.antibullyingalliance.org.uk/advice/parents-carers.aspx It is important to keep calm, and record what has happened and when. This helps to build up the evidence that the hurtful actions are repetitive.

Save evidence of bullying online If you are having a problem with someone online then you might think deleting the comments/images will make you feel better. But, if you do want to report the person - the best thing you can do is SAVE the evidence- screen shot the comments and save them somewhere safe.

Policing the internet If you find yourself in a situation where you feel frightened or upset by repeated bullying and bad behaviour on the internet then you can go to the police. Some kinds of bad behaviour online are seen as harassment and the police can help in some cases. But you must build up evidence - so don’t forget to screen shot!



http://www.antibullyingalliance.org.uk/advice/parents-carers.aspx



Making sure it is resolved Once interventions have been put in place it is important to keep checking to make sure that your child feels safe. Have discussions on how things are on-line, how they feel and what they can do to prevent things in the future. This helps to make sure that the right solutions are working and that the cyber-bullying has stopped once and for all.

#BeCarefulWhatYouHashtag When you hastag a comment, this means that ANYONE can search for that hashtag and see your comment/image and look at your profile.

Be a cyber-defender. Everyone, including YOU have the power to be a hero. If you see an unkind comment or image - don’t share it or like it. Something which may look ‘just funny’ to you, might be really hurting another person’s feelings. And if you see something really hurtful/mean/scary/wrong- then screen shot it and report it.

3. Safe ways to use technology

The table below explores the range of ways today’s technology can be used.

Technology Great for: Examples of misuse:

Mobile phone

Keeping in touch by voice or text, taking and sending pictures and film, listening to music, playing games, going online and sending emails. Useful in emergency situations and for allowing children a greater sense of independence.

Sending nasty calls or text messages, including threats, intimidation, and harassment. Taking and sharing humiliating images. Videoing other people being harassed and sending these to other phones or internet sites.

Instant messenger (IM)

Text or voice chatting live with friends online. A quick and effective way of keeping in touch even while working on other things.

Sending nasty messages or content. Using someone else’s account to forward rude or mean messages via their contacts list.

Chatrooms & message boards

Groups of people around the world can text or voice chat live about common interests. For young people, this can be an easy way to meet new people and explore issues which they are too shy to talk about in person.

Sending nasty or threatening anonymous messages. Groups of people deciding to pick on or ignore individuals. Making friends under false pretences – people pretending to be someone they’re not in order to get personal information that they can misuse in a range of ways – e.g. by spreading secrets or blackmailing.



Emails Sending electronic letters, pictures and other files quickly and cheaply anywhere in the world.

Sending nasty or threatening messages. Forwarding unsuitable content including images and video clips, or sending computer viruses. Accessing someone else’s account, e.g. to forward personal emails or delete emails.

Webcams Taking pictures or recording messages. Being able to see and talk to someone live on your computer screen. Bringing far-off places to life or video conferencing.

Making and sending inappropriate content. Persuading or threatening young people to act in inappropriate ways. Using inappropriate recordings to manipulate young people.

Social network Sites

Socialising with your friends and making new ones within online communities. Allowing young people to be creative online, even publishing online music. Personalising homepages and profiles, creating and uploading content.

Posting nasty comments, humiliating images / video. Accessing another person’s account details and sending unpleasant messages, deleting information or making private information public. Groups of people picking on individuals by excluding them. Creating fake profiles to pretend to be someone else, e.g. to bully, harass or get the person into trouble.

Video hosting sites

Accessing useful educational, entertaining and original creative video content and uploading your own.

Posting embarrassing, humiliating film of someone

Virtual Learning Environment

School site, usually available from home and school, set up for tracking and recording student assignments, tests and activities, with message boards, chat and IM.

Posting inappropriate messages or images. Hacking into someone else’s account to post inappropriate comments or delete schoolwork.

Gaming sites Consoles & Virtual worlds

Live text or voice chat during online gaming between players across the world, or on handheld consoles with people in the same local area. Virtual worlds let users design their own avatars – a figure that represents them in the virtual world.

Name-calling, making abusive / derogatory remarks. Players may pick on weaker or less experienced users, repeatedly killing their characters. Forwarding unwanted messages to other devices in the immediate vicinity.



4. Useful links

Anti-bullying Alliance http://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/ A coalition of organisation and individuals working together to stop bullying and create safe environments which children and you people can live, grow play and learn.

Bullying UK http://www.bullying.co.uk/ A Family Lives charity web site that support families deal with the changes that are a constant part of family life, including bullying, including on-line.

CEOP http://ceop.police.uk/ The National Crime Agency’s website dedicated to child exploitation and online protection and who work with the child protection partners across the UK and overseas to identify the main threats to children and coordinate activity against these threats to bring offenders to account.

CEOP Report https://www.ceop.police.uk/Ceop-Report/ CEOP’s reporting for concerns about child exploitation and protection.

NSPCC – Keeping Children Safe Online Course http://www.nspcc.org.uk/what-you-can-do/get-expert-training/keeping-children-safe-online-course/ NSPCC and CEOP’s online course about how children use the internet and technology, risks they face from other people, behaviour by children that may expose them to risk and practical guidance on how to make organisations, such as schools, as safer place for children to go on-line.

Stop Bullying Now http://www.stopbullying.gov/ StopBullying.gov provides information from various US government agencies on what bullying is, what cyberbullying is, who is at risk, and how you can prevent and respond to bullying.


http://www.bullying.co.uk/

http://ceop.police.uk/


http://www.nspcc.org.uk/what-you-can-do/get-expert-training/keeping-children-safe-online-course/

http://www.stopbullying.gov/

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Safeguarding Online Safety (E-Safety) Policy · E-Safety is subject to clear reporting routines and an age appropriate Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement is in place for all students